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Every IAS aspirant gets confused on how to prepare for the IAS and competitive exams? What are the right ways of preparation? What subjects should be given more focus? Which source is to be used for preparation and study?  Let’s have a checklist and prepare accordingly:

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1.     Know the basics of IAS: - Before preparing for the IAS, you must clear the basic concept related to IAS. You must have adequate knowledge of IAS definition, eligibility criteria, age cycle, etc. You must make a research on the subjects and topics. You must also know the importance of prelims and mains.

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2.     Know the sources of General affairs: Current affairs take place of 30-40 % of the whole papers so strengthen your general knowledge through magazines, newspapers and online articles. Subscribe for daily news and updates and read the same thoroughly. If you are not news lover, talk to the one who is a newspaper lover.

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3.     Right Book for subject matters: IAS covers various subjects and languages like English, Hindi, Math, Political Science and much more.  Seek for the consultant advice to have a look on the recommended IAS Books.

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4.     Analysis the right time to study:  make a schedule to study. Working hard doesn’t mean to study all the time; it means to learn when your mind is ready to grab the information. Do not force yourself to study in fact, get motivated to prepare well.

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5.     Test your own: Download the mock tests related to IAS and UPSC and take tests by your own. It will help you know how much practice you need.

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If aspirant feels no productivity while preparing at home, he may join UPSC or IAS academy in Faridabad or at the nearest location.

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